Behind the Hedges

This cottage in East Hampton Village is so charming, we half-expect lollipop trees on either side of the door (rather than the hydrangea standards that are there). But there are gas lanterns and a picket fence. Listing agent Angela Boyer-Stump, of Sotheby’s, says “I have enjoyed watching the transformation of this Hampton Classic that is…
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Open houses are a great way to find your next home, see inside a house that you have always been curious about, or just get design ideas. 69 Old Depot Road, Quogue Open house: Friday, July 26, 11:30AM-1:30PM Ask: $2.295 million Beds: 4 Baths: 4.5 Size: 0.54 acre; 4,126 square feet Features: On a private…
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The Sag Harbor home owned by former Northern Island Secretary of State Shaun Woodward and his partner, cameraman Luke Redgrave (yes, those Redgraves) is now on the market with Matthew Breitenbach and Beth Felsen of Compass. It’s asking $8.995 million. The 1840s Egyptian Revival (really–look at the window and door surrounds) sea captain’s house was previously…
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Douglas Elliman has just gained more star power, as veteran associate broker Martha Gundersen joins the firm. She has been in Hamptons real estate for more than a decade, with sales topping out over $1 billion. She brings her team–including Dylan Huddleston and Rafal Trawicki–with her to Elliman’s Bridgehampton office. “We are excited to welcome…
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Time for another blockbuster listing in the Hamptons! This time, it’s a generously sized property, in two separate parcels, in the very quietest part of East Hampton’s oceanfront. “Stand on the oceanside terrace, and you do not see another house,” says Frank Newbold, who is listing the property with his Sotheby’s colleague Valerie H. Smith. “It’s…
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This waterfront Water Mill property–originally built in 1925–has just taken another $2 million off its asking price. The 5.27-acre estate is now available for $18 million via Sotheby’s agents Harald Grant and Bruce Grant. The property was originally listed in 2014 for $27.5 million. A Georgian-style brick house, with interesting stone carvings, the place was designed…
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Tony Ericas Lane in Sagaponack features a lot of really fantastic properties, but this one stands out. “I would describe it as a perfectly renovated modern home. The quality of craftsmanship and attention to detail is evident as soon as you enter. It has open interiors, great finishes, new furniture, and ample space for entertaining…
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Open houses are a great way to find your next home, see inside a house that you have always been curious about, or just get design ideas. 3 Conrad Road, Shelter Island Open house: Friday, July 19, 5:00PM-7:00PM Ask: $1.275 million Beds: 4 Baths: 3 Size: 0.7 acre; 1,895 square feet Features:  Newly renovated house with…
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Does Gin Lane have to do with Prohibition? Who was Stephen Hand and why does he have a Path? Let’s find out! Gin Lane, Southampton “Gin” is an old English term for a “common grazing area.” Cattle were ginned here. This is also whence Gin Beach in Montauk got its name. Scuttle Hole Road, Bridgehampton The story…
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In honor of this weekend’s Dan’s Taste of Summer festivities, including GrillHampton on Friday and Taste of Two Forks on Saturday, we thought we’d take a look at some Hamptons properties for sale with great outdoor kitchens. First up is 8 Hither Lane, East Hampton, a $28 million listing repped by Lori Schiaffino at Compass….
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